Penn State Univeristy
Federal Work-study Marketing Assistant - social media and storytelling
Penn State Univeristy, State College, Pennsylvania, United States, 16803
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the application process for external applicants .JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to hire a student for a Federal Work Study position. Must be a PSU undergraduate Student.The student in this position will have numerous opportunities to produce high-quality professional portfolio pieces. The student will be responsible for producing social media and web content that helps tell the story of Penn State Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MatSE), its students, and its researchers. This position will write and repurpose news releases, social media posts, newsletter stories, etc., and be supervised by the MatSE Marketing Communications Specialist.Job Duties:Create and repurpose stories for social media, websites, and/or digital mediums. This will include also working with graphic designers to package stories.Ability to conduct interviews, do research, and attend events as needed.Update website content.Assisting with department needs such as events, mailing campaigns, social media, video projects, etc.Requirements and Qualifications:Penn State student with an eligible Work Study award and the ability to work 10-20 hours a week.Must be able to work semi-independently and willing to take initiative on assigned projects.Basic knowledge of storytelling, news writing, and social media best practices.Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills along with attention to detail and proofreading skills.Must be comfortable using Microsoft Office products (such as Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) to create graphics, edit photos, etc.Familiar with how to operate photo cameras and/or video cameras.Preferred knowledge of video editing programs (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.).May require the ability to work occasionally after business hours and weekends.Preferred Skills:Creating social media campaigns and posts.Experience in Adobe Creative Suite programs (such as Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer. Students applying for Federal Work Study positions should clarify expectations with their potential employer regarding either on campus/in person or remote work arrangements. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job position is available.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review
here .Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Federal Contractors Labor Law PosterPA State Labor Law PosterAffirmative ActionPenn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlinesUniversity Park, PA
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please
login to Workday
to complete the
internal application process
. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please
login to Workday
to complete the
student application process.
Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete
the application process for external applicants .JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to hire a student for a Federal Work Study position. Must be a PSU undergraduate Student.The student in this position will have numerous opportunities to produce high-quality professional portfolio pieces. The student will be responsible for producing social media and web content that helps tell the story of Penn State Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MatSE), its students, and its researchers. This position will write and repurpose news releases, social media posts, newsletter stories, etc., and be supervised by the MatSE Marketing Communications Specialist.Job Duties:Create and repurpose stories for social media, websites, and/or digital mediums. This will include also working with graphic designers to package stories.Ability to conduct interviews, do research, and attend events as needed.Update website content.Assisting with department needs such as events, mailing campaigns, social media, video projects, etc.Requirements and Qualifications:Penn State student with an eligible Work Study award and the ability to work 10-20 hours a week.Must be able to work semi-independently and willing to take initiative on assigned projects.Basic knowledge of storytelling, news writing, and social media best practices.Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills along with attention to detail and proofreading skills.Must be comfortable using Microsoft Office products (such as Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) to create graphics, edit photos, etc.Familiar with how to operate photo cameras and/or video cameras.Preferred knowledge of video editing programs (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.).May require the ability to work occasionally after business hours and weekends.Preferred Skills:Creating social media campaigns and posts.Experience in Adobe Creative Suite programs (such as Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer. Students applying for Federal Work Study positions should clarify expectations with their potential employer regarding either on campus/in person or remote work arrangements. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job position is available.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review
here .Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Federal Contractors Labor Law PosterPA State Labor Law PosterAffirmative ActionPenn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlinesUniversity Park, PA
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